Best whisky book?

[Firetacoma]

Michael Jackson? Jim Murray? Other?

I'd love to expand my knowledge of single malts and have something to help as a buying guide. Anyone have any experience with either of the above author's books?

[Kerr the Walker]

I've got the Jackson book (not sure which version) and it certainly is chock full of information. However, in my experience unless I'm looking for info on a particular whisky it can be like throwing darts. i.e. - open up to a page and see what's there. That being said, there is a LOT of info in the book and if you already have a favorite or two, it can help you find others you might like.

Good luck!

[Firetacoma]

Thanks! That's the one available at my local bookstore so I may just pick it up.

I definitely have a favorite or 2 but want to branch out and increase my knowledge!

[Rob Wright]

I like Whisky Classified: Choosing Single Malts by Flavour by David Wishart. It doesn't rate the whisky's, just provides details and breaks down the strength of the various flavors by category. I prefer it to Jackson's because Jackson has a bias based on his palette, everyone has a different palette as t what Malts they enjoy.

Rob

[Kilted in Maine]

I agree but let your own palette be your guide!

[Monkey@Arms]

Oh! This isn't what you had in mind?




Best regards,

Jake

[JolyStNicholas]

Oh! This isn't what you had in mind?




Best regards,

Jake

Now that's funny!

[tulloch]

Jackson is great. I hash not fisheshed drinking throuu it yett but fun trying. Good descriptions and I have not been steered wrong. Slainte!

[DryFly]

I'm not familiar with the books mentioned but I have referenced the tasting notes available at whiskeyguild.com. The whiskey's are rated by three different members with notes and opinions added. A good starting point for your own research!

DryFly

[Dan R Porter]

Oh! This isn't what you had in mind?




Best regards,

Jake

woah where oh where can I purchase that!?!?!?